Chapter 1023

The room buzzed with surprise at Sprague’s unexpected challenge.

Conversations erupted around them.

“Why is Sprague doing this? Is he trying to embarrass Stella? But he’s collaborating with the Prosperity Group, isn’t he?”

“I doubt Matthew will consent to this.

Has anyone ever seen Stella play snooker?”

The atmosphere grew tense, filled with awkwardness.

The man who had initially suggested Sprague play against Matthew looked visibly worried, quickly trying to defuse the situation.

“Sprague, I was only joking.

You don’t have to play against Matthew.

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Let’s just continue our game.

”

But Sprague stood his ground, turning to Matthew with a slight smile.

“What do you say?”

The man who had proposed the match seemed even more anxious at Sprague’s persistence.

The crowd around them had various reactions, with many simply enjoying the drama unfolding.

“I think I should ask my wife first,” Matthew responded with a composed smile.

He then turned to Stella, asking gently, “Would you like to play?”

Though his words seemed open, his expression suggested he was giving her an out.

Stella looked at Sprague, a hint of determination in her eyes, and nodded.

“If Sprague has extended the invitation sincerely, I’ll give it a try.

”

Matthew looked at her, surprise evident on his face.

He started to say something, but Stella gently held his hand, silencing him.

Facing Sprague, Stella asked with a smile, “May I make a request?”

Curious, Sprague lifted his eyebrows in encouragement.

“Let’s make this a friendly game about cooperation,” Stella proposed, her smile unwavering.

Waldo had a clear purpose for inviting Sprague over today.

Prosperity Group was embarking on a significant venture, the development of Pearl Island, and they needed the collaboration of Evans Group, known for their manufacturing prowess.

Evans Group boasted an exceptional team of technicians, not just in Seamarsh but globally, making them ideal partners for the pearl development project.

This initiative was something Matthew had been focusing on lately.